Electronic Device Tracks Surgical Cases
Ensures operation is done on correct patient | November 22, 2004 |
New Drug for Advanced Lung Cancer
Extended life for some in trials
| November 19, 2004 |
Colon Cancer Drug Wins Additional Approval
OK to combine with chemo after tumor removal | November 5, 2004 |
Help for Dialysis Patients
New drug helps manage phosphorus levels | October 29, 2004 |
Artificial Spinal Disc Approved
To help ease lower back pain
| October 27, 2004 |
Ultrasound Device Zaps Uterine Tumors
Not intended for childbearing women | October 22, 2004 |
Partial Artificial Heart Approved
For patients awaiting transplant | October 18, 2004 |
Implanted Medical-Records Chip Approved
Key information travels with you | October 13, 2004 |
Abilify Wins Approval for Bipolar Disorder
Calms uncontrolled mania | October 6, 2004 |
New Opioid Painkiller Approved
Labeling warns of potential for abuse | October 1, 2004 |
Nonprescription Defibrillators Approved
To regulate abnormal heartbeat | September 17, 2004 |
Anti-Snoring Device Approved for Sleep Apnea
Stiffens tissue in throat | September 15, 2004 |
Implanted Lens Corrects Nearsightedness
But trials unearth potential risk | September 13, 2004 |
Antidepressant Approved for Diabetes Pain
5 Milllion Americans May Benefit
| September 7, 2004 |
New Stent System Helps Prevent Stroke
Thwarts blockages in neck artery that pumps blood to brain | August 31, 2004 |
Antipsychotic Drug Approved for Bipolar Mania
With less chance of weight gain, maker says | August 24, 2004 |
New Drugs Thwart Dirty Bomb Effects
Rid body of radioactive elements
| August 13, 2004 |
Antidepressant Targets Two Brain Chemicals
New users should be monitored closely, FDA says | August 6, 2004 |
Drug Plumps Faces Drawn by HIV
Sculptra reverses gaunt appearance
| August 5, 2004 |
New Anti-AIDS Combinations Approved
Patients take fewer pills | August 4, 2004 |
Lipitor Can Prevent Heart Attacks
Cholesterol drug approved for new use | August 3, 2004 |
Helping Alcoholics Stay Sober
Campral works to prevent relapses | August 2, 2004 |
Cholesterol-Lowering Combo Approved
Fights the artery clogging substance 2 ways | July 28, 2004 |
Botox OK'd for Excessive Sweating
Fourth approval for anti-wrinkle drug | July 21, 2004 |
Topical Cream for Skin Cancer
When surgery is less preferred | July 16, 2004 |
New Software Detects Lung Growths
Helps radiologists reading CT scans | July 14, 2004 |
Device Aids Coronary Bypasses
Gives surgeons use of 'robotic' arms | July 12, 2004 |
Appendicitis Diagnostic Test Approved
Checks for signs of infection | July 8, 2004 |
First Easy-to-Use Anthrax Test Approved
Results available in about an hour | June 30, 2004 |
FDA OKs Medicinal Use of Leeches
They sop up pooled blood | June 30, 2004 |
Overactive Bladder Drug Approved
Relaxes muscles, reducing contractions | June 1, 2004 |
Revenge on Montezuma's Revenge
New drug treats travelers' diarrhea | May 27, 2004 |
Drug Approved for Bone Marrow Disorders
Rare conditions could lead to leukemia | May 21, 2004 |
Breast Cancer Drug Gets Nod for Prostate Cancer
For cases that don't respond to hormone therapy | May 20, 2004 |
Enbrel Approved to Treat Psoriasis
Tames inflamed skin lesions | May 4, 2004 |
Drug Counters Immobility in Parkinson's Patients
But has its own side effects | April 22, 2004 |
Fast-Acting Insulin Wins OK
Helps diabetics manage hyperglycemia
| April 20, 2004 |
New Antibiotic Fights Respiratory Infections
Leaves other bacteria alone | April 2, 2004 |
Injectable Zyprexa Approved
Suppresses acute agitation | March 31, 2004 |
Rapid HIV Test for Needle-Leery People
FDA approves test that uses outer gum cells | March 26, 2004 |
Generic Oxycontin Wins Approval
Will action invite more abuse? | March 24, 2004 |
New Drug Treats Overactive Parathyroid Gland
Regulates minerals in the body | March 9, 2004 |
First Cancer Drug That Cuts Off Blood Is OK'd
Prevents formation of new blood vessels | February 26, 2004 |
New Treatment for Enlarged Prostate
Better than medication, manufacturer says
| February 19, 2004 |
Anti-Cancer Drug Wins OK on 2nd Try
At center of Martha Stewart scandal | February 12, 2004 |
New Drug for Rare Cancer
Usually related to asbestos exposure | February 5, 2004 |
Single Drug for Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Approved
Millions live with both | February 3, 2004 |
Sleep Disorder Drug Gets Nod
Keeps users awake
| January 27, 2004 |
New Parkinson's Device Limits Surgery
Stimulates both sides of brain at once | January 23, 2004 |
Colon Cancer Drug Approved for Wider Use
Helps slow tumor growth, spread | January 12, 2004 |
New Drug Treats Bipolar Disorder
Combats bouts of severe depression | December 30, 2003 |
First Weight-Loss Drug for Children Approved
But can have significant side effects | December 16, 2003 |
European Wrinkle Smoother Approved
Joins Botox, Collegen | December 15, 2003 |
Agency Clears Anthrax Test
Helps doctors confirm infection | December 10, 2003 |
Gleevec Formally OK'd for Rare Cancer
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia | December 9, 2003 |
Manic Depression Drug Approved
A new use for Risperdal | December 8, 2003 |
New Drug Treats Advanced Prostate Cancer
But severe allergic reactions are possible | December 1, 2003 |
FDA Approves 3rd Impotence Drug
Cialis joins Viagra and Levitra | November 21, 2003 |
Breast Tumors Removed Without Major Surgery
FDA OKs biopsy device for new use | November 20, 2003 |
Stomach Relief for People With Chronic Pain
One prescription combines 2 popular drugs
| November 20, 2003 |
FDA OKs 1st Chewable Contraceptive
Ovcon 35 has spearmint flavor | November 15, 2003 |
Psoriasis Drug Tames Immune Cells
Controls itchy, scaly skin | October 28, 2003 |
New AIDS Drug Clears
Fewer restrictions on use | October 21, 2003 |
New Alzheimer's Drug Approved
But it's no miracle cure | October 17, 2003 |
Paxil CR Approved for Social Anxiety Disorder
Longer-lasting version controls 'social phobia'
| October 17, 2003 |
New Delivery System for Hepatitis C Drug
No syringe needed | October 14, 2003 |
New Skin Lotion for Hot Flashes
Will carry warnings of HRT risks | October 10, 2003 |
Hypertension Drug Approved for Post-Heart Attack Use
Reduces heart failure risk
| October 8, 2003 |
Drug Approved for Radiation Exposure
May protect against components of so-called 'dirty bomb' | October 2, 2003 |
